Events in Kettering From 23rd March – 29th March 2026

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You can find a varied mix of activities across Kettering this week, from gentle community gatherings to lively music and creative workshops. Events in Kettering this week highlight family-friendly sessions designed for under-fives, including rhymetime and sensory play at local libraries such as Rothwell Library and Burton Latimer Community Managed Library. Drop-in craft meetups take place weekly at Dottie & Olive near Horsemarket Bus Interchange, while mindful creativity workshops, such as terrazzo tray making, are offered by Northamptonshire Adult Learning at venues including Kettering College's Creative Arts Studio. Health-focused walks run every morning from 8:30 a.m. on the Towcester Road footpath and include guided stretches for older participants; these are open to all ages, with no registration required. For quieter moments, Knit and Natter sessions operate at Burton Latimer Community Managed Library during weekday afternoons, offering tea and conversation in a sheltered setting. Mental wellbeing drops occur twice weekly at Rothwell Library, each session led by an accredited practitioner from Northamptonshire Mind Services.

More energetic outings include comedy nights hosted monthly at The Walnut Tree Inn off A6003, where local performers take to the stage Thursday evenings; live music events feature rotating acts across town centre venues such as 1895 Social Club and The Royal Oak. Professional training days are held in partnership with East Midlands Railway at Kettering Station's Learning Hub, covering topics like rail safety compliance and customer service excellence. These civic engagement initiatives span from interactive workshops to quiet reflection spaces. Whether you're seeking creative expression through ceramics or simply conversation over tea, what's on in Kettering this week reflects a local spirit rooted in connection across age groups.

Check the listings below for times and venues.

Monday 23rd March

Rhymetime at Rothwell Community Managed Library

· Rothwell Library · Family & Kids

Rhymetime session with Dawn for under-fives at Rothwell Community Managed Library.

Winter Social Hub

· Geddington Village Hall · Food & Drink

The WI hosts a weekly Winter Social Hub at Geddington Village Hall for friendly gatherings every Monday from 12–3pm.

Tuesday 24th March

Health Walk at Burton Latimer Community Library

· Burton Latimer Community Managed Library · Fitness & Outdoors

A weekly 45- to 60-minute walk hosted at Burton Latimer Community Library every Tuesday morning.

Wednesday 25th March

Little & Wise Playgroup

· Hermitage House Care Home · Family & Kids

Intergenerational playgroup for children aged newborn to 5 years old, hosted at Hermitage House Care Home.

Difficult Airway Management Day

· Food & Drink

A medical training event for ODPs, nurses, and doctors focused on difficult airway management.

Family Stay & Play at Burton Latimer Community Library (Term-time)

· Burton Latimer Community Managed Library · Family & Kids

A family-focused play session at Burton Latimer Community Library for children under five.

Knit And Natter at Burton Latimer Community Library

· Burton Latimer Community Managed Library · Shopping & Markets

Adults can join a drop-in Knit and Natter session at Burton Latimer Community Library with refreshments included.

Storytime & Craft at Oundle Library

· Oundle Library · Family & Kids

Families with children under 5 can attend storytime and simple craft activities at Oundle Library.

Baby Time at Desborough Community Library (Term Time Only)

· Desborough Community Library (term time only) · Family & Kids

A free weekly session at Desborough Community Library for pre-walkers featuring rhymes, sensory play, and interactive activities.

Thursday 26th March

Mind Melodies Dementia Group at Rothwell Community Library

· Rothwell Library · Nightlife & Music

A music and games afternoon at Rothwell Library for people with dementia and their carers, with a small donation requested.

Terrazzo Tray -Creative March Reset

· Dottie & Olive · Shopping & Markets

A hands-on workshop at Dottie & Olive where participants create terrazzo trays using chosen colours for a mindful creative reset.

Dead Ringers: The 25th Anniversary Tour

· Nightlife & Music

Comedy duo Dead Ringers return for their 25th anniversary tour at the Royal and Derngate.

Funhouse Comedy Club - Comedy Night

· Nightlife & Music

Funhouse Comedy Club returns for a night of stand-up comedy at The Walnut Tree Inn.

Friday 27th March

Kettering Half Marathon And 5k

· Fitness & Outdoors

The Kettering Half Marathon and 5K returns with scenic routes through town and Boughton House.

Jazz Colossus - Soul Divas

· Nightlife & Music

Jazz Colossus performs a live set featuring soulful jazz tracks at The Picturedrome.

Rhymetime at Desborough Community Library (Term Time Only)

· Desborough Community Library (term time only) · Family & Kids

A free, interactive rhymetime session for parents and children under 5 at Desborough Community Library.

Mind - Mental Health Navigator Drop-in at Rothwell Community Library

· Rothwell Library · Food & Drink

Weekly mental health support drop-in at Rothwell Community Library offering guidance and access to wellbeing resources.

Club Night – Round: Portsmouth

· Montsaye Community Sports Centre · Fitness & Outdoors

A target archery club night event with 5 dozen arrows at a 60cm target face.

Baby Time at Burton Latimer Community Library

· Burton Latimer Community Managed Library · Family & Kids

A pre-bookable sensory play session for babies under one year old at Burton Latimer Community Library.

Broughton Film Night March 2026

· Culture & Arts

Broughton Film Night screens 'Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale' at Broughton Village Hall.

Panic! at The Emo Club Night - mk11

· Nightlife & Music

A live music event featuring emo and pop-punk covers at MK11 LIVE MUSIC VENUE.

Platform One - The Spring Break -

· Nightlife & Music

Platform One returns to Club 43 for a Spring Break special edition featuring DJ sets and club music.

Jungle Cakes - ed Solo, Deekline, Nicky Blackmarket & More

· Nightlife & Music

A live jungle music event featuring DJs Ed Solo, Deekline, and Nicky Blackmarket at Unit Nine.

Saturday 28th March

Mother's Day 2026

· Wicksteed Park · Family & Kids

Wicksteed Park hosts family activities to celebrate Mother's Day 2026.

Clinical Practical Skills Course

· Fitness & Outdoors

A hands-on clinical skills course offering practical training in a professional setting.

The Greatest Musicals Daytime Disco - Northampton

· Nightlife & Music

A daytime disco featuring songs from famous musicals like Hamilton and Grease at The Picturedrome.

Ray Gelato Giants

· Wicksteed Park · Food & Drink

Ray Gelato Giants returns to Wicksteed Park for a dessert-themed festival featuring gelato and live entertainment.

Easter on The Farm

· Rutland Farm Park · Family & Kids

Children and families enjoy Easter-themed farm activities including animal encounters and games at Rutland Farm Park.

Classic Rnb & Garage Day Party

· Nightlife & Music

A lively R&B and Garage music event featuring live DJs and dancing at Unit Nine.

Sunday 29th March

175 Years Gala Dinner Celebration

· Food & Drink

The Coventry And North Warwickshire Cricket Club hosts its 175th anniversary Gala Dinner Celebration.

Easter Osprey Trail

· Lyndon Visitor Centre & Nature Reserve · Family & Kids

Families can join the Easter Osprey Trail at Lyndon Visitor Centre, solving clues to find hidden eggs.